Associate - Tax

Associate, Tax (Tax Insurance)

Location: New York, NY

About Howden Private Capital

Howden Private Capital (formerly Atlantic Global Risk) is the transactional risk arm of Howden, one of the world's leading independent insurance brokers. We advise private equity sponsors, corporates, and law firms on Representations & Warranties Insurance (RWI), Tax Liability Insurance, Contingent and Structured Risk, and Credit Insurance. Our team executes on the most complex M&A and capital markets transactions across North America and globally.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate to join our Tax Insurance team. This role sits at the intersection of tax law, M&A, and insurance, supporting the structuring and placement of bespoke tax liability insurance solutions for complex transactions.

The Associate will work closely with senior brokers, clients, and insurers to analyze tax risks, support deal execution, and contribute to the continued growth of the Tax practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and assess complex tax risks arising in M&A transactions, restructurings, and other corporate activities
• Support the negotiation and placement of tax liability insurance policies, working alongside senior team members
• Collaborate with internal teams to advise on tax-related issues and support broader transaction execution
• Conduct legal and technical research to evaluate tax positions and inform underwriting submissions
• Assist in the development of new tax insurance products and solutions
• Manage aspects of client relationships, ensuring high-quality service and responsiveness throughout deal lifecycles
• Prepare underwriting materials, presentations, and client deliverables
• Participate in client and insurer calls, meetings, and negotiations
• Support business development efforts, including contributing to pitches and market insights

Qualifications & Experience:

• J.D. preferred; strong academic credentials preferred
• 2–5 years of experience in tax law (law firm, accounting firm, or relevant advisory environment)
• Experience with transactional tax (M&A, private equity, or restructuring) strongly preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate complex tax concepts in a clear, commercial manner
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment

What Sets You Apart:

• Exposure to RWI, Tax, or Contingent Risk transactions.
• Interest in insurance and risk transfer solutions
• Commercial mindset with strong client orientation
• Team-oriented with a proactive, entrepreneurial approach
• Comfortable working directly with senior stakeholders and external counterparties

Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary: $130,000 – $160,000, commensurate with experience.

Annual Discretionary Bonus tied to individual and team performance.

Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, etc.), unlimited PTO, and Howden's global mobility programs.

Reporting & Structure:

This role reports into the Head of Tax, Coverage at Howden Private Capital and works in close partnership with senior RWI brokers, the broader Howden team

How to Apply:

Submit a resume and a brief note on why this role fits your trajectory. We review candidates on a rolling basis.

Reasonable Adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it's the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role's criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent